Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileAlchemy Cocktail Lounge & Hookah
San Antonio, TX · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Alchemy Cocktail Lounge & Hookah pours a wide-ranging cocktail menu with a Tulum-inspired twist, plus a full bar of premium spirits and a straightforward beer selection. Cocktails run $9-$15, with signature margaritas and martinis. A recent guest, however, found drinks subpar, citing a Paloma made with a spritzer. The spirits list is the stronger draw, featuring well-known tequilas and whiskeys at accessible prices.
- What should I order?
- Stick to the spirits selection, where pours like Don Julio tequila at $11 and Bombay gin at $8 are straightforward and fairly priced. For cocktails, the House Marg at $15 is a menu anchor, but be aware that execution can be inconsistent—one customer's Paloma arrived as a spritzer.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who prioritize a broad spirits list over cocktail craft will find familiar names at reasonable prices. Those seeking a specific cocktail experience may be disappointed by inconsistent preparation.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $9 to $15, with the House Marg at $15 and Devil's Margarita at $13. Individual spirits are $8 to $15, and beers run $5 to $6.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu leans into a Tulum-inspired theme with signature drinks like Caliente Cancun and Blue Hawaiian, while the bar stocks a full range of premium spirits, from Casamigos Blanco to Jameson.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail list is extensive, spanning margaritas, martinis, and Tulum-inspired signature drinks. However, a recent customer reported subpar quality, including a Paloma made with a spritzer, which tempers enthusiasm.
Menu strengths
- — Broad cocktail menu with numerous options, including margaritas, martinis, and classics.
- — Tulum-inspired cocktail theme adds a distinctive angle to the drink list.
Standout selections
- — House Marg at $15, a margarita with optional fruit flavors.
Pricing: $9-$15
Spirits
A full bar lists individual spirits across tequila, whiskey, vodka, rum, and gin, with well-known premium brands. Pricing is accessible, with most pours between $8 and $11.
Menu strengths
- — Full bar stocked with premium spirits, including multiple tequilas and whiskeys.
- — Clear pricing for individual pours, from Bombay gin at $8 to Don Julio at $11.
Standout selections
- — Don Julio tequila at $11.; Casamigos Blanco tequila at $10.
Pricing: $8-$15
Beer
Beer selection covers domestic and imported bottles, plus malted drinks, cider, and hard seltzer. All options are priced at $5 or $6, making it a simple, low-cost choice.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of domestic and imported beers, including Coors, Shiner Bock, Corona, and Modelo.
- — Includes non-beer options like Angry Orchard cider and White Claw hard seltzer.
Standout selections
- — Domestic beer selection at $5, including Lone Star and Shiner Bock.
- — Imported beer selection at $6, including Corona and Modelo.
Pricing: $5-$6
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